Tag: Lady Flava
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ATasteOfFlava|My Saturday
My Saturday started out good… then my stomach had other plans. After a rough turn, I found myself on the couch with my grandcats, fresh air from the window, and an electric blanket keeping my hips warm. Feeling better now, and settling in with a mystery. Here’s a little taste of my Saturday. 🌻
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RealTalk|Starbucks
Starbucks started in Seattle… and so did my little Flava. ☕🌻 I opened Flava Coffee House in 2003 with a welcoming space and a vision. Then Starbucks opened to the south of me—and another to the north. Same street. Walking distance. The small business owner… ugh, ugh. There’s a story behind those five years, and…
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ATasteOfFlava|TGIF
This week wore me out. And yesterday reminded me how much our choice of words can either keep a conversation moving or leave somebody feeling unheard. Now it’s Friday, the wind is blowing my cedar tree, and I’m reaching for some Cowboy Coffee. I’m claiming a good day… but girl, I’m ready for a break.…
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H&W| Chasing The Information
I thought I had everything in place. Then came a voicemail… and suddenly I was sending screenshots, explaining referrals, and making more calls. All while working my regular job. 🤦🏻♀️ Taking care of your health can become a whole job of its own. Have you experienced this, too? 🌻 Thursday H&W: Why Does Taking Care…
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ATasteOfFlava|Changing Times
Did somebody change the rules and forget to tell me? 🤔🤣 Work standards, respect, values… some days I’m looking around wondering, “Since when?” I’m learning to let go of what irks my spirit, but I still have questions! Maybe somebody needs to put today’s rules in a book—or an app—and notify us when they change.…
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RealTalk|Acknowledgement
Have you ever shared something important and wondered if the person even heard you? Today, clear communication and follow-through made me feel supported. And my grandbaby’s college acceptance reminded me that our joy deserves acknowledgment, too! 🥳 We don’t always need someone to fix everything. Sometimes we need them to pause, listen, and respond like…
